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Drake's Takes: UFC Fight Night Smith vs. Spann

Anthony Smith is on the verge of title contention with yet another main-event spot this weekend. Drake Burden returns to break down ALL 15 FIGHTS on a packed card in Las Vegas.

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The MMA Mashup: UFC Vegas 36 Preview

Chris Olson likes the wrestling of Derek Brunson to pay dividends on DraftKings this weekend, in addition to offering up a favorite bet and plays for three other DFS sites.

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Drake's Takes: UFC Fight Night Smith vs. Spann

Today

Anthony Smith is on the verge of title contention with yet another main-event spot this weekend. Drake Burden returns to break down ALL 15 FIGHTS on a packed card in Las Vegas.

MMA Best Bets: UFC Vegas 37

Yesterday

Cole Shelton returns to pick a favorite, an underdog a prop and a parlay for UFC Vegas 37 on Saturday. Is there value to be had in Devin Clark coming off a loss? Cole breaks it down.

DraftKings MMA: UFC Vegas 37 Preview

3 days ago

A veteran light heavyweight fighter looks to make it three in a row Saturday in what will be a packed card in Las Vegas. Jon Litterine breaks down four key DFS fights and makes his picks for the rest.

The MMA Mashup: UFC Vegas 36 Preview

13 days ago

Chris Olson likes the wrestling of Derek Brunson to pay dividends on DraftKings this weekend, in addition to offering up a favorite bet and plays for three other DFS sites.

Drake's Takes: UFC Fight Night Brunson vs. Till

14 days ago

A 10-pack of fights take the stage Saturday in Las Vegas, with a pair of middleweights looking to get back in the title picture. Drake Burden profiles each fighter on the card and makes his picks.

MMA Best Bets: UFC Vegas 36

15 days ago

Despite losing three out of four, is Darren Till live for a knockout Saturday as the betting favorite at the Apex center? Cole Shelton returns to offer four of his favorite bets at UFC Vegas 26.

DraftKings MMA: UFC Vegas 36 Preview

16 days ago

While the level of competition has been different, a streaking Derek Brunson finds himself an underdog against a struggling Darren Till on Saturday. Jon Litterine describes how to attack the card on DraftKings.

The MMA Mashup: UFC Vegas 35 Preview

21 days ago

Edson Barboza represents the toughest test a red-hot Giga Chikadze has seen in his career. Is he a must-play at even money? Chris Olson breaks down strategy across four DFS sites.

Drake's Takes: UFC Fight Night Barboza vs. Chikadze

21 days ago

Drake Burden takes a deep dive into the film room to profile several lesser-known fighters on this card coming from the recent season of TUF. Put that knowledge to use and propel your DFS gains.

MMA Best Bets: UFC Vegas 35

22 days ago

Cole Shelton is back for his weekly roundup of bets for UFC Vegas 34. Despite moving up a weight class, Cole likes former lightweight contender Kevin Lee to wrestle his way to victory as a favorite.

MMA Best Bets: UFC Vegas 37

Yesterday

Cole Shelton returns to pick a favorite, an underdog a prop and a parlay for UFC Vegas 37 on Saturday. Is there value to be had in Devin Clark coming off a loss? Cole breaks it down.

MMA Best Bets: UFC Vegas 34

29 days ago

Can Jared Cannonier return from a 10-month layoff to put his six-inch reach advantage to use and cash tickets for bettors? Cole Shelton breaks down four of his favorite plays for UFC Vegas 34.

MMA Best Bets: Chris' Picks for UFC 265

41 days ago

Chris Olson breaks down his four favorite bets for UFC 265 on Saturday.

RotoWire Staff Picks: UFC 265

42 days ago

Only one unanimous selection among the RotoWire team for UFC 265 -- but it's absolutely not who you think it might be. Check out the crew's main card picks.

MMA Best Bets: UFC Vegas 32

57 days ago

Will the comeback tour for former UFC champion TJ Dillashaw start Saturday night? Cole Shelton breaks down four bets he likes for UFC Vegas 32.

MMA Best Bets: UFC Vegas 31

64 days ago

The summer UFC schedule marches onward, and Cole Shelton is back to offer up four of his favorite bets for Saturday's event at the APEX in Las Vegas.

RotoWire Staff Picks: UFC 264

70 days ago

Outside of what looks like a Sean O'Malley freebie, the RotoWire staff appears to be torn on many of the pay-per-view fights set to take place Saturday at UFC 264.

RotoWire Staff Picks: UFC 263

98 days ago

Only one unanimous selection in this week's staff picks, as the crew of RotoWire contributors get together to make their picks for the UFC 263 pay-per-view.

RotoWire Staff Picks: UFC 262

128 days ago

Zero, you heard it, ZERO unanimous selections among six RotoWire contributors for UFC 262. See who the team likes to become the new UFC Lightweight Champion, plus picks for the main card.

RotoWire Staff Picks: UFC 261

148 days ago

Does anyone have the courage to fade the chalk on the three title fights this week? The team of RotoWire MMA contributors make their picks for UFC 261. Only three unanimous selections.

Drake's Takes: UFC Fight Night Smith vs. Spann

Today

Anthony Smith is on the verge of title contention with yet another main-event spot this weekend. Drake Burden returns to break down ALL 15 FIGHTS on a packed card in Las Vegas.

DraftKings MMA: UFC Vegas 37 Preview

3 days ago

A veteran light heavyweight fighter looks to make it three in a row Saturday in what will be a packed card in Las Vegas. Jon Litterine breaks down four key DFS fights and makes his picks for the rest.

The MMA Mashup: UFC Vegas 36 Preview

13 days ago

Chris Olson likes the wrestling of Derek Brunson to pay dividends on DraftKings this weekend, in addition to offering up a favorite bet and plays for three other DFS sites.

Drake's Takes: UFC Fight Night Brunson vs. Till

14 days ago

A 10-pack of fights take the stage Saturday in Las Vegas, with a pair of middleweights looking to get back in the title picture. Drake Burden profiles each fighter on the card and makes his picks.

DraftKings MMA: UFC Vegas 36 Preview

16 days ago

While the level of competition has been different, a streaking Derek Brunson finds himself an underdog against a struggling Darren Till on Saturday. Jon Litterine describes how to attack the card on DraftKings.

The MMA Mashup: UFC Vegas 35 Preview

21 days ago

Edson Barboza represents the toughest test a red-hot Giga Chikadze has seen in his career. Is he a must-play at even money? Chris Olson breaks down strategy across four DFS sites.

Drake's Takes: UFC Fight Night Barboza vs. Chikadze

21 days ago

Drake Burden takes a deep dive into the film room to profile several lesser-known fighters on this card coming from the recent season of TUF. Put that knowledge to use and propel your DFS gains.

DraftKings MMA: UFC Vegas 35 Preview

23 days ago

A long-awaited comeback for former lightweight contender Kevin Lee is set to take place Saturday in Las Vegas, but how will he fare on DraftKings? Jon Litterine breaks it down and makes his picks.

The MMA Mashup: UFC Vegas 34 Preview

27 days ago

Chris Olson is back for the weekly MMA Mashup, where he details plays and strategies for DFS MMA across multiple popular platforms.

Drake's Takes: UFC Fight Night Cannonier vs. Gastelum

28 days ago

Drake Burden is back to offer his perspective on every single fight at UFC Vegas 34, profiling the strengths and weaknesses of each fighter before drawing a DFS conclusion.

MMA Best Bets: UFC Vegas 36

15 days ago

Despite losing three out of four, is Darren Till live for a knockout Saturday as the betting favorite at the Apex center? Cole Shelton returns to offer four of his favorite bets at UFC Vegas 26.

MMA Best Bets: UFC Vegas 35

22 days ago

Cole Shelton is back for his weekly roundup of bets for UFC Vegas 34. Despite moving up a weight class, Cole likes former lightweight contender Kevin Lee to wrestle his way to victory as a favorite.

MMA Best Bets: Cole's Picks for UFC 265

42 days ago

Jose Aldo will take the Octagon for Saturday's co-main event at UFC 265, entering as a slight betting favorite. Cole Shelton breaks down how he's going to attack this fight (and more) at the sportsbooks.

Fight IQ: UFC 265 Preview, Lewis vs. Gane

43 days ago

Mark your calendar FRIDAY, 8 PM ET for the LIVE Fight IQ UFC 265 Preview! The crew breaks down the entire card, including the interim heavyweight title bout between Derrick Lewis and Ciryl Gane.

MMA Best Bets: UFC Vegas 33

50 days ago

Cole Shelton is back for his weekly best bets column, breaking down five fights at UFC Vegas 33 while offering up his favorite bets for the card, with multiple plus-money options in play.

MMA Best Bets: Chris' Picks for UFC 264

70 days ago

UFC 264 is loaded with betting opportunities outside of the much-hyped main event, and Chris Olson is here to break down four reasonable wagers for bettors to consider.

MMA Best Bets: Cole's Picks for UFC 264

71 days ago

Get your tickets ready for one of the most highly-anticipated MMA gambling events of 2021. Cole Shelton breaks down four different bets for UFC 264 on Saturday in Las Vegas.

Video Shorts: UFC 264 DFS Strategy Picks and Underdog Locks!

71 days ago

Jon Litterine advises putting a bet in ASAP on Conor McGregor; before the odds are unfavorable.

MMA Best Bets: UFC Vegas 30

85 days ago

While a close heavyweight fight takes center stage Saturday in Las Vegas, Cole Shelton advises taking a long look at the prelims for your money-making opportunities. He offers up four bets for the card.

MMA Best Bets: UFC Vegas 29

92 days ago

Cole Shelton returns for his weekly best bets column for UFC Vegas 29, offering up four plays of different varieties for the 12-fight card.